The NSWOCC Fellowship is the highest professional honour awarded by Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC), recognizing certified NSWOCs who have demonstrated exceptional and sustained leadership, innovation, and contributions to clinical practice, education, research, and policy. Fellows earn the FNSWOC designation, a mark of distinction that reflects expertise, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to advancing wound, ostomy, and continence nursi

The Government of Canada has announced the 2026 theme for Black History Month:“30 Years of Black History Month: Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.”

We're pleased to announce the launch of our new Pharmacist Wound, Ostomy and Continence Course, a comprehensive, interactive, online course designed specifically for Canadian pharmacists seeking to expand their clinical knowledge and enhance patient care across practice settings.

NSWOCC was pleased to host a successful Ontario Local Meeting and Education Day on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, in Sudbury, Ontario, bringing members together for an evening of education, collaboration, and connection. Hosted in partnership with Urgo Medical Canada, the in-person event took place at Verdiccio Ristorante and welcomed NSWOCC members from the region for a dynamic and engaging program.

We are officially 100 days away from the WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress!

NSWOCC is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with EWMA

We are pleased to share that the 2025-2026 Mid-Year Report is now available for NSWOCC Members to review. This report reflects the significant progress and collective achievements of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) during the second half of 2025. In keeping with our commitment to transparency, the Mid-Year Report highlights the work being undertaken by NSWOCC to support our Members, students, & associates, and advance the nursing tri-specia

Canadian Best Practice Recommendations in Wound Care for People Who Use Drugs: A Harm Reduction Approach

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®) is seeking passionate leaders to join our Board of Directors. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of wound, ostomy, and continence care in Canada while representing the voice of our members.

In November 2025, NSWOCC was proud to partner with WoundWISE to host two impactful station-based clinical education workshops in London and Toronto. These in-person events brought together clinicians from acute care, long-term care, and community settings for an immersive evening of practical wound care training, collaboration, and professional development.

On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, NSWOCC was proud to host an Ontario Local Meeting and Education Event in partnership with Hollister Incorporated. Held at the beautiful Ancaster Mill in Ancaster, Ontario, this in-person gathering welcomed Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs), Skin Wellness Associate Nurses (SWANs), and members of the broader NSWOCC community for an evening of professional development, education, and meaningful connection.

On Friday, November 21, 2025, provincial and federal leaders, healthcare administrators, clinicians, and experts gathered both in person and online for the second annual Canadian Pressure Injury Summit. This national event united stakeholders from across Canada in a shared commitment to advancing pressure injury (PI) prevention and management through collaboration, education, and collective action.

On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, NSWOCC was proud to host an exclusive members-only Ontario Local Meeting and Education Day held at the Smith+Nephew Head Office in Mississauga, Ontario. This in-person event brought together Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs), Skin Wellness Associate Nurses (SWANs), and members of the broader NSWOCC community for an engaging evening of professional development, networking, and collaboration.

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®)’s Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Institute is proud to announce their partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care in a ground breaking initiative to enhance wound, ostomy, and continence care expertise in Ontario’s long-term care homes.

NSWOC Amanda Sowiak (RN, BN, NSWOC, WOCC) helped lead a 2-year healing journey for a client who nearly lost his leg to necrotizing fasciitis.

We are pleased to announce that Mr. Jonathan Mancor of Ottawa, Ontario has been promoted to the position of the Program Coordinator for the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute.

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Kevin Woo, PhD, RN, FAPWCA, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC as Chief Research Officer (CRO), effective immediately.

Ottawa, ON — October 21, 2025 — Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®) is proud to announce the promotion of Troy Curtis to the  Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately.

Ottawa, ON — October 21, 2025 — Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®) is pleased to announce the appointment of R. Bruce Millar, CIM, FCSI, FICB, MBA, CPA, CMA as the organization’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Human Resources Manager.

Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) proudly congratulates Dr. Kimberly LeBlanc, RN, PhD, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FCAN, FNSWOC, FAAN, Academic Chair of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Institute, on her induction as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) during a ceremony held on October 18, 2025.